October 29, 2021
Dear Lovejoy Families,
 
This morning, I was out on our campuses recognizing our outstanding teachers and support staff with the Heart of a Teacher and Heart of Support recognitions. Our district is filled with bright shining stars that go above and beyond to serve our students each and every day. It is a privilege to celebrate their remarkable commitment and contribution.

As I was making my way to the front entrance of Hart Elementary School, I noticed students digging along the school building. The students told me that every student in the school is planting a flower bulb. This bulb represents each student’s unique and special contribution to the Hart Elementary community. When the bulbs bloom in the spring, it will remind us of the power and beauty of making a collective contribution.
We are looking ahead to an exciting weekend. Tonight is Hart Family Fun Night. The "For the Love of Bots" robotics competition takes place this weekend at LHS. We would love to have you come out and support our WSMS and LHS Robotics teams.

Cross Country is headed to State on Friday, November 5, after the Boys and Girls took first place at Regionals. We are #LovejoyProud of our Cross Country teams.

It is hard to believe it is the end of October. We are launching a new social media campaign in November focused on being thankful. We encourage you to share photos and stories of what you are thankful for in Lovejoy ISD.

This is a long weekend for our students. Our teachers will be engaging in professional learning on Monday and Tuesday while our students have the days off. We look forward to welcoming our students back to school on Wednesday, November 3.

Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend.
Lovejoy Proud,

Katie Kordel
Superintendent of Schools
Update on WSMS and SCIS Principal Search
We have held two staff and one parent principal selection input meetings at Willow Springs. The purpose is to provide an opportunity for Willow Springs Middle School teachers, staff, and parents to identify specific attributes desired in the next Principal of Willow Springs Middle School. The input provided by our stakeholders has been thoughtful and will be a valuable part of the Willow Springs Principal interview and selection process. We will host one additional WSMS parent meeting on Tuesday, November 9 at 10:00 AM.

I am looking forward to engaging with parents and staff at our upcoming Sloan Creek input sessions:

Wednesday, November 10 at 3:40 PM - SCIS Staff Meeting
Monday, November 15 at 3:40 PM - SCIS Staff Meeting
Tuesday, November 16 at 11:00 AM - SCIS Parent Meeting
Tuesday, November 16 at 6:00 PM - SCIS Parent Meeting

Both the WSMS and SCIS Principal openings have been posted and we are receiving applications daily.
ESPN Coverage of November 4 Football Game
ESPN is coming to Leopard Stadium on November 4! The 2021 GEICO ESPN High School Football Showcase airs top matchups in high school football with some of the nation’s most elite talent. ESPN is televising 18 high school football games this season and our game on Thursday, November 4 vs. Frisco Liberty is one of them. Of the seven games scheduled between weeks 5 and 10, this is the only Texas game to be spotlighted. According to ESPN, twenty-two players in the classes of 2022 and 2023, who are ranked in ESPN’s top 300 prospect lists, take part in the seven televised games. 

The athletic staff has been busy working with the ESPN team preparing for next week’s game. This is an incredible opportunity for the Lovejoy community to be recognized for our exceptional athletic and fine arts programming and we can't wait to see you at the game!

Sharing Thankfulness
We hope you will join us in sharing thankfulness during November. Click here to share a Lovejoy moment for which you are thankful and include a photo with your submission. We'll share these special moments with our community via our social media channels throughout the month of November!
Digital Citizenship
Digital Citizenship Month Tips

  • Who can see what your child posts on social media? Are their accounts private? Do they really know the people that follow them? Discuss with them the dangers of having public accounts. It is easy for someone to find and follow them using information they share on social media.

  • Kids may encounter cyberbullying. According to 2018 Pew Research, 59% of U.S. teens have experienced at least one type of abusive online behavior. Learn more about digital awareness for parents by clicking here.
2021-2022 Health and Safety Measures

For the most up-to-date information please visit Lovejoy ISD's 2021-2022 Health and Safety Measures website which may be found here.

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